What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Audit Analyst position at Arrow Financial Corporation?
The Arrow Financial Corporation Family of Companies is seeking dynamic, authentic individuals to join our amazing team! Currently, we are looking for an experienced professional to join our Information Technology (IT) team as:
IT Audit Analyst
This opportunity may be perfect for you if you have experience in:
> High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
> Data analysis and validation experience
> Knowledge of banking regulations relating to Sarbanes-Oxley and basic audit documentation requirements
About this position:
The IT Audit Analyst executes key IT general controls (ITGCs), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) controls, access governance activities, and audit coordination responsibilities. This role serves as an operational liaison between IT, the Internal Audit department, and external audit firms by gathering evidence, preparing documentation, validating data, and assisting with control testing and access reviews. The IT Audit Analyst evaluates and monitors an organization’s technology infrastructure, identifying security risks and ensuring systems comply with internal policies and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, and eager to learn technical concepts, including advanced Excel skills and data validation techniques.
Essential Job Functions:
> Gather and organize audit evidence for internal and external audits
> Collect System and Organization Controls (SOC) reports and perform initial reviews for key details and exceptions
> Complete quarterly admin/generic account testing and access change request reviews
> Support the full lifecycle of annual access reviews, including data preparation and tracking
> Perform data validation, reconciliation, and Excel-based analysis for audit and SOX activities
> Maintain clear, current documentation for ITGCs, SOX controls, and access governance processes
> Documenting roles, Separation of Duties (SOD) considerations, and least privilege access models
What you will need to thrive in this role:
In addition to your work and life experiences, as well as your passion and excitement for the profession, you would benefit from having:
Education/Certifications:
> Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Risk Management, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
> 6 years of experience supporting internal or external audits, regulatory examinations, or SOX-related activities
Skills/Knowledge:
> Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
> Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
> Ability to manage multiple deadlines
> Strong written communication and documentation skills
> Strong verbal communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships with auditors and IT team
> Experience in IT audit, IT compliance, access management, or IT operations
> Familiarity with SOX, ITGCs, SOC reports, and access governance concepts
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
> Ability to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods of time
> Ability to repetitively use a telephone, computer mouse, and keyboard for extended durations
> Ability to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
> Work is performed primarily in a professional office environment
Reasonable accommodation(s) will be provided as required by law to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the job
What we will bring to the table:
We believe in investing in our employees and helping them grow their career with us. We offer a pleasant, inclusive work environment, career development opportunities, and competitive compensation. Through our total rewards program, we offer a comprehensive benefits package featuring:
> Competitive compensation including potential bonus and incentives as well as paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
> Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance and Flexible Spending Plan
> Multiple retirement plans including: 401(k), Pension, and Employee Stock Ownership
> Education and Tuition Reimbursement
> Employee Assistance Program for our employees and their immediate family members
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our philosophy and practice are to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), color, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status of being transgender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, familial status, amnesty, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, citizenship or immigration status, prior convictions or arrests, military status, status as a protected veteran, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, or any other federal, state, or local legally protected classes. As a multi-bank holding company, Arrow Financial Corporation has over $4 billion in assets. Through our subsidiaries we provide a broad range of banking and insurance services across northeastern New York, including online and mobile banking, wealth management, money market and deposit accounts, and mortgage, consumer and commercial loans.
We are committed to delivering value for our shareholders, our customers, and our communities. Our conservative business model and strategy of steady growth have resulted in many recognitions from the nation’s leading publications and bank-rating firms.
The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 a year commensurate with experience and education.
Additional compensation may be earned through the Company’s annual bonus program, subject to individual and company performance.
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IT Audit Analyst
This opportunity may be perfect for you if you have experience in:
> High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
> Data analysis and validation experience
> Knowledge of banking regulations relating to Sarbanes-Oxley and basic audit documentation requirements
About this position:
The IT Audit Analyst executes key IT general controls (ITGCs), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) controls, access governance activities, and audit coordination responsibilities. This role serves as an operational liaison between IT, the Internal Audit department, and external audit firms by gathering evidence, preparing documentation, validating data, and assisting with control testing and access reviews. The IT Audit Analyst evaluates and monitors an organization’s technology infrastructure, identifying security risks and ensuring systems comply with internal policies and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, and eager to learn technical concepts, including advanced Excel skills and data validation techniques.
Essential Job Functions:
> Gather and organize audit evidence for internal and external audits
> Collect System and Organization Controls (SOC) reports and perform initial reviews for key details and exceptions
> Complete quarterly admin/generic account testing and access change request reviews
> Support the full lifecycle of annual access reviews, including data preparation and tracking
> Perform data validation, reconciliation, and Excel-based analysis for audit and SOX activities
> Maintain clear, current documentation for ITGCs, SOX controls, and access governance processes
> Documenting roles, Separation of Duties (SOD) considerations, and least privilege access models
What you will need to thrive in this role:
In addition to your work and life experiences, as well as your passion and excitement for the profession, you would benefit from having:
Education/Certifications:
> Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Risk Management, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
> 6 years of experience supporting internal or external audits, regulatory examinations, or SOX-related activities
Skills/Knowledge:
> Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
> Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
> Ability to manage multiple deadlines
> Strong written communication and documentation skills
> Strong verbal communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships with auditors and IT team
> Experience in IT audit, IT compliance, access management, or IT operations
> Familiarity with SOX, ITGCs, SOC reports, and access governance concepts
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
> Ability to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods of time
> Ability to repetitively use a telephone, computer mouse, and keyboard for extended durations
> Ability to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
> Work is performed primarily in a professional office environment
Reasonable accommodation(s) will be provided as required by law to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the job
What we will bring to the table:
We believe in investing in our employees and helping them grow their career with us. We offer a pleasant, inclusive work environment, career development opportunities, and competitive compensation. Through our total rewards program, we offer a comprehensive benefits package featuring:
> Competitive compensation including potential bonus and incentives as well as paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
> Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance and Flexible Spending Plan
> Multiple retirement plans including: 401(k), Pension, and Employee Stock Ownership
> Education and Tuition Reimbursement
> Employee Assistance Program for our employees and their immediate family members
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our philosophy and practice are to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), color, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status of being transgender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, familial status, amnesty, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, citizenship or immigration status, prior convictions or arrests, military status, status as a protected veteran, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, or any other federal, state, or local legally protected classes. As a multi-bank holding company, Arrow Financial Corporation has over $4 billion in assets. Through our subsidiaries we provide a broad range of banking and insurance services across northeastern New York, including online and mobile banking, wealth management, money market and deposit accounts, and mortgage, consumer and commercial loans.
We are committed to delivering value for our shareholders, our customers, and our communities. Our conservative business model and strategy of steady growth have resulted in many recognitions from the nation’s leading publications and bank-rating firms.
The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 a year commensurate with experience and education.
Additional compensation may be earned through the Company’s annual bonus program, subject to individual and company performance.
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Salary : $65,000 - $80,000